I need a scalable barcode printing solution and an HP printer to utilize it with. I found HG282TT and a couple of others but the printers listed are not available for purchase through cdw etc. I may have the wrong scalable barcode printing solution picked out .. I need 3 of 9 and all the sizes it can be printed in etc. and I need a printer to do that with. We previously had an HP solution and it appears that HP offers a current solution, I just can't find any of the parts and my discussion with HP customer service did not lend any conclusions. Does anyone have experience with the m604 and whether it will work?

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If you are dedicated to having bar code printing done in printer you may have an easier time contacting your CDW rep and asking their internal HP expert. The matrix for the three HP solutions is below but it does not highlight discontinued models so can be frustrating.

I have not worked with the M604 but it seems well rated and has options for all three HP supported by all three solutions including the one in your OP (but I am unclear if that is the one meets your requirements) .

Thanks Tim, I had a discussion with Kiwiplan about similar and they had some similar experience as well and had told me that the 600 series is compatible with these solutions. I just wish HP would update their compatibility list so I would feel confident in purchasing my equipment. I wish there was another option but we've tried the option Ricoh had available and it doesn't scale and my guys have to scan massive roll stock from the ground level, so I need giant barcode.

Hello Arielle, thank you for your post and thanks also to Tim for the valuable information he provides. You indicate that you found a scalable barcode solution, but the printers are not available at CDW. However, as Tim has advised, you may want to talk with a CDW rep. Using the matrix entitled 'Choosing the Right Barcode Solution", in the link above, I see the following. Admittedly, CDW nor HP would not have available for purchase the printers in options HG282UT and HG282FT as these are older printers. However, many of the printers listed under HG282TT should be available. For example, the m604 which appears on the list is shown to be available and in stock at CDW.

I have another question - the barcode solution is a flash drive sort of form factor - we're worried about someone walking off with it. If I purchased the internal usb ports to install (via cdw), am I able to install those myself? Or would that void the warranty?

I have another question - the barcode solution is a flash drive sort of form factor - we're worried about someone walking off with it. If I purchased the internal usb ports to install (via cdw), am I able to install those myself? Or would that void the warranty?

Hello again @Arielle Wilson, thank you for your new question. My understanding is installing the internal USB ports would not void your warranty. I had to call on our resourceful consultant to answer your other question--whether you could install the USB ports yourself. Yes. See his response below:

There is room for the USB ports board just below the
formatter board.
The installation is simple. Slide off right hand side printer panel, open
formatter cover, insert USB board in its rack into existing holes, plug in
several connectors.